Bookshops Collection

Sir Walter Scott meets John Leyden in a bookshop (litho)
8673213 Sir Walter Scott meets John Leyden in a bookshop (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Walter Scott meets John Leyden in a bookshop)

Book plate from Abraham Vandenhoeck and George Richmond's bookshop, London (engraving)
8677685 Book plate from Abraham Vandenhoeck and George Richmond's bookshop, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The march of intellect (engraving)
8642721 The march of intellect (engraving) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The march of intellect)

London: In the Charing Cross Road (colour litho)
8666430 London: In the Charing Cross Road (colour litho) by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Charing Cross Road)

Advertising card fors J W Reynolds, books, stationery and periodicals, Cooperstown, New York (colour litho)
8677758 Advertising card fors J W Reynolds, books, stationery and periodicals, Cooperstown, New York (colour litho) by American School

The old Marylebone Watch House, London (b/w photo)
8626972 The old Marylebone Watch House, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The old Marylebone Watch House, London)

England, East Sussex, Lewes, High Street, The Fifteenth Century Bookshop and Colourful House Facades

UK, Wales, Powys, Hay-on-Wye, Hay-on-Wye Booksellers bookshop

Bath Old Books shop in Margarets Buildings, Bath, Somerset, England

Acqua Alta bookshop, Venice, Veneto, Italy

Quartier Latin
An etching of Quarter Latin, a French area known for its plentiful bookshops, home to landmarks including Sorbonne University and Shakespeare and Company. Date: circa 1930

Holywell Street, London, which was famed for its bookshops, was due for demolition shortly after this photograph was taken, to make way for London County Council improvements. Date: 1901

J Redington Printer, Bookbinder and Stationer (coloured engraving)
587163 J Redington Printer, Bookbinder and Stationer (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Redingtons scenes in Baron Munchausen)

Temple of the Muses (engraving)
587156 Temple of the Muses (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Temple of the Muses booksellers in Finsbury Square, London)

Temple of the Muses (coloured engraving)
587209 Temple of the Muses (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of Messrs Lackington Allen & Co, Temple of the Muses, Finsbury Square)

"Here is a small schoolboy, lost in a cheap book"(engraving)
3655900 " Here is a small schoolboy, lost in a cheap book" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Here is a small schoolboy)

Old shops in booksellers row, Cairo, Egypt
Old shops with fretted woodwork in booksellers row, Cairo, Egypt. Date: 1922

A court or passage near St Martins Church, London, July 1828 (pencil on paper)
610949 A court or passage near St Martins Church, London, July 1828 (pencil on paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A court or passage near St Martins Church)

The hunt for bargains in books in Charing Cross Road (b / w photo)
3637675 The hunt for bargains in books in Charing Cross Road (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hunt for bargains in books in Charing Cross Road)

A Happy Hunting Ground (engraving)
1051301 A Happy Hunting Ground (engraving) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Happy Hunting Ground)

BOOKSHOP (1715 ADAM)
Two bookshops (side by side) in Amsterdam. Date: 1715

Buildings Děčin Meteorological columns
Buildings in D─ø─ìin, Meteorological columns in Germany, Bookshops in the Czech Republic, Cafes in the Czech Republic, 1912, Usti nad Labem Region, Tetschen, Bahnhofstrasze und Schulgasse

Argentina, Buenos Aires, Santa Fe Avenue, Interior view of El Ateneo Grand Splendid Bookshop

169 Hay on Wye bookshops, England

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Step into a world of literary wonders as you explore the enchanting realm of bookshops. From the historic Quartier Latin in Paris to the bustling streets of London, these havens for bibliophiles have captivated hearts for centuries. In 1901, Holywell Street in London stood tall with its famed bookshops, but impending demolition loomed over this cultural hub. The imminent arrival of London County Council improvements marked an end to an era that held countless stories within its walls. Traveling south to Lewes in East Sussex, England, we find ourselves on High Street at The Fifteenth Century Bookshop. This charming establishment transports us back in time with its timeless allure and shelves brimming with literary treasures. Venturing across continents, we arrive at Santa Fe Avenue in Buenos Aires where El Ateneo Grand Splendid beckons us inside. Within these hallowed halls lies a breathtaking interior that once served as a theater and now houses thousands of books waiting to be discovered by eager readers. Returning to Wales, we find ourselves amidst the quaint charm of Hay-on-Wye Booksellers bookshop. Nestled within Powys county, this picturesque town is renowned for its numerous bookstores and annual literary festival which draws enthusiasts from far and wide. Heading westward towards Bath in Somerset, England, our next stop is Bath Old Books shop located in Margarets Buildings. Stepping through its doors feels like stepping into another time altogether; surrounded by ancient volumes and the scent of history lingering between each page. Across the waters lies Venice's Acqua Alta bookshop nestled within Veneto's captivating landscape. Here books are not only stored on traditional shelves but also creatively displayed on gondolas and bathtubs - a whimsical sight that adds magic to every browsing experience. As we journey further back through time via J Redington Printer's colored engraving or immerse ourselves within Temple of the Muses' vivid illustrations - we witness the enduring love affair between readers and their beloved bookshops.